GrantScholar

    Find $5,000-$30,000 in Housing & Rental Assistance

    AI matches you with down payment grants, Section 8, emergency rental help, and homeowner programs

    See Who Qualifies
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    8,500+ families helped
    HUD-approved resources
    $85M+
    in housing assistance found
    8,500+
    families helped
    86%
    match success rate
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    Three Steps to Housing Assistance

    1

    Build Your Housing Profile

    5 minutes

    Tell us your housing status, household income and size, location, household composition (children, elderly, disabled), and specific needs (eviction prevention, down payment, repairs).

    2

    Get Your Program Matches

    Instant results

    Our AI scans federal programs (Section 8, HUD, VA, USDA), state housing trust funds, county/city rental assistance, utility assistance (LIHEAP), and nonprofit programs. You see current availability and waitlist status.

    3

    Apply and Track

    Guided help

    Application Checklist tells you exactly what documents you need, Deadline Tracker ensures you never miss application windows, Waitlist Monitor alerts you when programs reopen, Pipeline View tracks every application.

    Every Type of Housing Help in One Place

    Section 8 / Housing Vouchers

    Average: $800-$1,500/month

    Emergency Rental Assistance

    Average: $3,000-$12,000

    Down Payment Assistance

    Average: $5,000-$25,000

    Home Repair & Weatherization

    Average: $3,000-$15,000

    Utility Bill Assistance

    Average: $500-$2,000/year

    Homeless Prevention

    Average: $2,000-$8,000

    Senior & Disabled Housing

    Average: $5,000-$20,000

    Foreclosure Prevention

    Average: $10,000-$50,000

    Real Families, Real Housing Help

    Sarah Martinez — Phoenix, AZ
    Single Mother

    "I was 3 months behind on rent facing eviction. GrantScholar found emergency rental assistance. They paid $4,800 in back rent and 6 more months. We didn't have to move."

    Received: $10,800Time: 18 daysStill housed
    James & Linda Cooper — Columbus, OH
    First-Time Homebuyers

    "We thought we could never afford a down payment. GrantScholar showed us a state program that gave $10,000 for down payment plus $3,000 for closing. We closed 3 months later."

    Received: $13,000Time: 45 daysNow homeowners
    Robert Williams — Rural Georgia
    Disabled Veteran

    "My roof was leaking and I couldn't afford repairs. GrantScholar found a VA home repair grant AND USDA rural repair program. Together they covered $12,000."

    Received: $12,000Time: 60 daysRepairs complete

    Ready to Buy a Home? Get Pre-Approved.

    You found down payment assistance — now you need a mortgage. These lenders work with first-time homebuyers.

    LenderInterest RateDown PaymentBest For
    Better.com5.99%-7.49%As low as 3%First-time buyersGet Quote
    Rocket Mortgage6.25%-7.75%3-5%Easy onlineCheck Rate
    LendingTreeCompare lenders3-5%Shopping aroundGet Quotes
    Credible5.75%-7.99%As low as 3%Quick pre-approvalApply Now

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    Protect Your Home — Insurance & Warranties

    Once you've secured housing, protecting your investment is critical. Many homebuyer grants require proof of insurance.

    ProviderCoverageBest For
    LemonadeHomeowners + rentersFast digital quotes, AI claimsGet Quote
    HippoHome + smart home coverageModern home coverageGet Quote
    Choice Home WarrantyAppliances & systemsHome warranty coverageGet Quote

    GrantScholar may earn a commission if you choose these partners, at no cost to you.

    Home Improvement & Repair Programs

    Grants for home repair, weatherization, and accessibility improvements are available to many homeowners — especially seniors and low-income families.

    Program/LenderTypeBest For
    LightStreamHome improvement loans from 6.99% APRMajor renovationsCheck Rate
    RenoFiRenovation loans based on after-valueLarge remodelsCheck Rate
    Porch.comContractor marketplaceFinding vetted contractorsFind Contractors

    GrantScholar may earn a commission if you choose these partners, at no cost to you.

    Housing Questions Answered

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    Every feature is included at no cost. No credit card, no hidden fees.

    Free for everyone

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    Join 8,500+ families who discovered assistance they never knew existed.

    Average finds $12,000Under 5 minutes to set up86% success rate

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